Job summary
- Main area
- Dermatology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 17.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 223-DHA-025
- Employer
- The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
- Town
- Shrewsbury
- Salary
- £24,937 - £26,598 per annum/pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 19/01/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Dermatology Healthcare Assistant
NHS AfC: Band 3
Job overview
We are looking to recruit a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to come and join our friendly supportive team within the Dermatology Department.
We are looking for a hardworking, punctual, kind, compassionate and caring individual to work as a member of the care team to provide direct patient care that are undergoing specific Dermatological Surgical procedures and working in a clinic environment.
If you think you have the personal skills and enjoy being part of developing services, then we look forward to hearing from you.
A degree of initiative will be required from the post-holder. However, the post-holder will report to and will be supported by registered nurse colleagues who remain accountable for patient care.
Main duties of the job
Once trained and assessed as competent, the post-holder will undertake a range of clinical activities under the indirect supervision of registered nursing colleagues. These include: running Dermatology Minor Surgical Procedure lists, as lone assistant to the operating surgeon; dressing of surgical and non-surgical wounds; weekly forward-planning of operation lists; supporting Dermatology Outpatient clinic lists; monitoring and maintaining general and specialist stock levels.
The clinical work of the post-holder will be supported within a framework of professional guidelines. The post-holder will be required to provide high quality clinical /nursing care to patients as identified by senior staff, they are also needed to assess individual patient care needs and concerns, and to discuss these with medical or registered nurse colleagues. Maintain accurate records of the patient’s care in line with Trust, professional and departmental guidelines.
Working for our organisation
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For Full Duties and Responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- A general understanding of a patients holistic care needs
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Level 2 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or NVQ Level 3 in Care or demonstrate a commitment to work towards the Diploma qualification
- Maths at GCSE Level Grade 9 – 4 or equivalent qualifications (Level 2 or above)
- English Maths at GCSE Level Grade 9 – 4 or equivalent qualifications (Level 2 or above). (If you do not hold this qualification, there will be a requirement to sit our in-house simply literacy assessment)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of care either formal or informal e.g. in a care setting or for a family member/friend. Can demonstrate they are compassionate and proud to care.
- Previous Health Care experience
Desirable criteria
- Previous hospital experience
- Can demonstrate commitment to extending their skill set or learning
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Helen Childs
- Job title
- Dermatology Nurse
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01743 261000
- Additional information
Please contact Extension 1135
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
- Telephone
- 01743 492402
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